Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Supreme Court of India has granted Siddique Kappan’s plea to relax certain bail conditions imposed on him. Kappan, a journalist arrested in connection with the alleged conspiracy to incite violence, sought modifications to facilitate his professional responsibilities. The court’s decision comes amid discussions about balancing judicial oversight with the rights of individuals under bail. […]

The Madras High Court has ruled that High Courts do not have the authority to condone delays beyond the permissible limits specified under the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act. This decision reinforces the strict timelines established by the Act for the filing of appeals and other proceedings related to national security offenses. Background: The NIA

The Bombay High Court has ruled that linguistic minority institutions are exempt from the provisions of the Maharashtra Educational Institutions Act. This significant decision highlights the rights of institutions that cater to specific linguistic communities, affirming their autonomy in governance and operations. Background: The Maharashtra Educational Institutions Act was designed to regulate the management and

The Delhi High Court has provided interim relief to nine students of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), who were suspended amid allegations of sexual harassment. The court’s decision allows the students to return to their studies while the case is further examined. Background: The students were suspended following complaints related to alleged sexual harassment, which raised

A Gujarat court has denied bail to Mahesh Langa, a journalist with The Hindu, who is implicated in a Goods and Services Tax (GST) fraud case. The court’s decision emphasizes the seriousness of the charges and the need for a thorough investigation into the alleged fraudulent activities. Background: Mahesh Langa was arrested as part of

A Delhi Court has recently overturned a previous order to close a cheating case against former cricketer and politician Gautam Gambhir. The court’s decision highlights the seriousness of the allegations and mandates the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to conduct a thorough examination of the matter. Background: The case revolves around allegations of cheating that were initially

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has affirmed that a husband is legally obligated to maintain his child, even if the wife is earning a sufficient income. This ruling emphasizes the husband’s responsibility towards the child’s welfare, highlighting that financial support is a parental duty that cannot be dismissed based on the mother’s earnings. Background:

The Kerala High Court has granted interim relief to actor Balachandra Menon concerning allegations of sexual assault. The court’s decision allows Menon to avoid immediate arrest, acknowledging the complexities involved in the ongoing case. This ruling is significant as it highlights the judicial system’s approach to balancing legal proceedings with the rights of individuals accused

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has recently ruled that a daughter’s marriage does not diminish her place in her parents’ family. This significant decision emphasizes that a daughter retains her rights and status within her parental household, even after marriage. Background: The ruling was made in the context of a case regarding inheritance rights and

In a recent judgment, the Bombay High Court stated that merely informing the wife of an arrested person about the grounds of arrest does not meet the legal requirements for due process. The ruling came as the court examined the communication protocol followed by authorities in a specific case, finding it insufficient to fulfill the